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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1940
Page
10
An unclear report describes a collision case amid international tensions. The British ship is mentioned as held by Australia in a disputed maritime incident with reference to a tug and a steamer, with legal actions and testimonies implied.
Fragmentary Mossman News items reveal local names, places, and events. References to Rocky Point Fort Douglas and Fort Dougie show scattered mentions of residents, families, and institutions like Collage Cairutl Are sending questions, with notes about travel, transfers, and social happenings in the area.
An advertorial style fragment touts removing a sticking plaster by moistening its edges with Double D Eucalyptus. It claims the plaster lifts easily, cleans the residue, and the antiseptic Double D aids wound care. It promotes Double D as a medicine chest staple and references large Australian sales.
The wartime verse collection discusses Valour and Vision with poems from 16 saints point of chronolocy and Kipling lines, analyzing patriotic tone and the evolving moral discourse. It notes contributions by Mian Trotter and mentions engagement of RA CA council members and the Words on petrol allowances and private motor use in wartime policy.
An erosion of modern war poems and rhetoric, reflecting on Gallipoli and World War I sacrifices. The piece blends lines praising England, fallen soldiers, and the duty to remember, urging resilience and national unity amid loss. Named figures include Laurence Binion and references to British and Allied war efforts. The tone recalls historic patriotic verse and public sentiment about sacrifice.
Officials in the Queensland area consider scrapping or altering registration refunds tied to unused periods. The plan would require owners to forfeit part of any prepaid fees if they cancel or suspend use, with arguments centered on administration costs and public safety. The gesture aims to balance refunds with ongoing fund obligations while protecting motorists from sweeping policy changes.
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